Veterans & Service Members lose the battle to suicide per day.
[Erik’s Story]
Team Foster honors the spirit and sacrifice of Captain Erick Foster who was killed while engaging enemy forces in 2007 in Iraq. Erick pushed himself and those around him to be better. Erick is our inspiration.
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[Mission]
NO HERO LEFT BEHIND.
Team Foster fights for the unmet needs of injured and disabled Veterans by bringing together civilians, Veterans and highly trained service dogs.
Learn MoreTeam Foster Events
Capital to Capital
Ruff Ride Philly 2023
The McMasters Open
Oil Region Family Ride
Foster 100 2023
Ruff Ride PGH – 2023
In addition to these events we are expanding and partnering to offer more opportunities for a larger area to raise funds to support Veterans.
Our Sponsors
Some of our sponsors include:
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newsletters will arrive monthly announcing upcoming events and sharing stories of our Vets, puppies in training and latest grants and honorees
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Meet Shannon, Team Foster’s Volunteer Coordinator, coordinating volunteers across all Team Foster events. Shannon is a physical therapist, lives in New Jersey, and loves working with others! Shannon first became involved with Team Foster in 2022 after working with someone who had received a service dog from TF. After seeing the amazing impact and life changing love a service dog can provide, I wanted to become involved and provide the opportunity for others to experience the same unconditional love and support.
Can a simple website help improve awareness of (and collaboration among) nonprofits supporting Veterans in and around Philadelphia? Head over to the blog section of our website to read this phenomenal piece by Will Crowley @willcrowley
Happy St. Patrick`s Day! We wish you all of the "luck of the Irish!" 🍀
The 2023 McMasters Open registration is waiting for you! There are 124 spots available, so we recommend registering early as they are expected to sell out! Head over to the link in our bio to register!
Ever had interest in becoming a puppy raiser?! Well now is a great time! One of our service dog partners, SSD, has a new litter of puppies coming to the Philly area!
The first class will be held at Greencastle on Thursday, March 23 from 6:30 until 8pm with the goal of finding Puppy Raisers ready to have a puppy in hand in early April. Here is the class registration link: https://loom.ly/Jso69mQ! Please let us know if you are interested so we can let SSD know! @susquehannaservicedogs
Dribble, Shoot, Fundraise! Purchase your NCAA Tournament bracket today through March 16th. Brackets are $25 each with unlimited entries! Proceeds benefit Team Foster! Click the link in stories to purchase brackets!
That feeling when you realize tomorrow is Monday <<
Ever been interested in becoming a puppy raiser? SSD has a new litter of puppies coming to the Philly area!
The first class will be held at Greencastle on Thursday, March 23 from 6:30 until 8pm with the goal of finding Puppy Raisers ready to have a puppy in hand in early April. Here is the class registration link: https://loom.ly/Jso69mQ.
All 2023 Team Foster events are open for registration!
Who is ready to ride? Whether you are a road cyclist, a virtual rider, or looking for a team spinning challenge, we’ve got an event for YOU! Click the link in our bio to the Team Foster website and get plugged in to our events. Volunteer and Sponsorship opportunities are also available!
🐕🦺 Capital to Capital – April 29-30
🐕🦺 Ruff Ride Philadelphia – June 3-4
🐕🦺 Oil Region Family Ride – August 12
🐕🦺 Foster 100 Week – September 4-10
🐕🦺 Foster 100 Classic – September 9
🐕🦺 Ruff Ride Pittsburgh – September 30-October 1
The 2023 Oil Region Family Ride registration is NOW OPEN! In honor of Oil City native, Captain Erick Foster, you are invited to participate in the Oil Region Family Ride taking place on Saturday, August 12th. Participants challenge themselves to honor CPT Foster’s legacy by pushing themselves and inspiring those around them to do the same, just as Erick did. Riders can ride *up to* 100 miles in a 25-mile loop, starting and finishing in Oil City, PA. You can register for the in-person ride, register to ride virtually, and even add a child for $20 by visiting the link in our bio!
Today we bring you a special edition of Merch Monday: SALE EDITION!
Team Foster is making room for some summer merch! Head on over to the link in bio to check out sale items and SHOP Team Foster!
Just about one month until opening day! With this year`s Ruff Ride Philly taking place at Citizen`s Bank Park, we`re more hype than ever for baseball season! ⚾
Friday has us smiling like… 😆
Way back Wednesday… wishing for some golf worthy weather right about now! Did that groundhog say 6 more weeks of winter? 🥶
Thinking about registering for Capital to Capital? ☝️Today is the last day to register AND be guaranteed your jersey size. After today, it’ll be first come first served. #tellyourfriends Link in bio to register!
Capital to Capital is Team Foster’s first 2 day event! Riders will be cycling from Philadelphia on April 29th and finishing in Washington DC on April 30th. Midpoint is near Annapolis, Maryland. See you at the finish line! #weareteamfoster #noheroleftbehind
Here we go, Pittsburgh! Registration for Ruff Ride Pittsburgh is NOW OPEN and Team Foster cant wait to see you spinning at Petersen Events Center on Sept 30 and Oct 1! Link bio to register 🐾 #spincuddlerepeat #24houra #ruffride #PGH
QUICK! Tomorrow is the LAST DAY for Early Bird registration for the Foster 100! Get it while you can!
Your non-Valentines Day message on this Valentines Day. Your clues for the what’s inside this video box of chocolates: C2C, 🐦, Puppy Love. What awaits??
Happy Valentine`s Day 😘 What`s better than a puppy kiss?!
Early bird registration is NOW open for the 10TH Annual Foster 100 Classic and Foster 100 Week! Register today through February 19th for a discounted registration! All registrants for the Foster 100 Classic will receive the 2023 training jersey, 2023 Foster 100 T-shirt, and a ticket to the all-inclusive after party. Participants of Foster 100 Week will receive the Foster 100 T-shirt and a ticket to the all-inclusive after party. Team Foster cannot wait to celebrate with you at the 10th Annual Foster 100 after party! See you at the finish line!
Head to the link in our bio to register!
LET`S GO BIRDS!!! 💚🦅
